Whether you are new to gardening or have years of experience, there is one thing that all gardeners can agree on: summers are harsh on edible gardens! If you are one of those who do not have years of gardening … Continue reading Edible Gardening: Summertime
Native plants are so important when it comes to balancing our ecosystems, as they provide food and shelter to local wildlife, and attract pollinators while keeping away pests. If you want to help the environment, and want to have a … Continue reading 7 Native Plants for Your Landscape
The succulent plant that people are calling the “millennial” craze has found its way into nurseries, grocery stores, online shops, and even some trendy clothing stores, proving that it is not just a millennial craze anymore, but rather a plant … Continue reading A Guide to Succulents
In 1973, a federal law known as the Endangered Species Act was passed. This law obligated both federal and state governments to protect any species that is threatened with extinction, and determine which species qualify to be considered threatened or … Continue reading Why Are Endangered Plants So Important?
The wet winter season is upon us, with spring just around the corner! While spring brings back flowers, birds, and bees, it also means that it is almost pest and disease season for your plants and trees. If you want … Continue reading Common Plant Diseases & Pests: How to Recognize and Treat Them
So you want to grow fruit trees–are you ready? Don’t be scared off by the time, patience, and work that goes into getting fruit trees to bear lovely and delicious fruit. With just a little care, and a handy guide … Continue reading Growing Fruit Trees for Beginners
If you’re like me and you live somewhere where the weather is not always 75° and sunny (I’m looking at you, California!), then you may feel a little left out from the citrus tree trend that is gracing the backyards of those wonderful gardeners who live in growing zones 9-11. Here in growing zone 6, we have those humid and hot summers that citrus trees love, but are cursed with windy and icy winters that are not very citrus-friendly. Lucky for me, and for you, there is a solution: growing dwarf citrus trees indoors. But you came here to learn how … Continue reading Growing Citrus Trees Indoors
The last few years of climate change, invasive species being introduced, and overcrowding have been detrimental to our National Parks’ health, causing some scientists to question whether these national treasures will survive our generation. Read on to find out what … Continue reading Our National Parks Are Threatened: Here Is Why
No matter where you live, native plants are important to keeping the balance in biodiversity in your environment. Invasive plants harm native plants by forcing them out of their own habitats, resulting in many harmful effects to the surrounding environments. … Continue reading Native v. Invasive Plants
Are you looking for landscaping that stays beautiful during the wintertime, but still hope to see some color in your snow-covered yard? Before you turn to the over-used shrubs, evergreens, and fake decorative plants, consider investing in plants and flowers that can not only survive the cold winters, but thrive in them! Keep reading to learn more about the in’s and out’s of winter landscaping, and a list of our favorite plants and flowers that can last through the winter. What to Look For When searching for plants that will last the winter, the first thing to check for is, … Continue reading Winter Landscaping: Plants That Will Bring Life Back to Your Landscape
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